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New Zealand suffer their biggest defeat in history as they lose 43-10 to South Africa in the Rugby Championship in Wellington.

Feared by some, loved by others, ex-first lady Simone Gbagbo is vying to become the country's next leader.

The World Anti-Doping Agency alleges Kenya is non-compliant with its code and will face consequences next month unless certain conditions are met.

Cameroon's Emmanuel Eseme on African sprinting, why he adopted Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres 'mask' celebration and his ambitions at the 2025 World Athletics Championships.

South Africa number eight Aseza Hele has been a star of the Women's Rugby World Cup and plays on Saturday against New Zealand in her country's first quarter-final.

Babalwa Latsha has helped South Africa to the Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, and the prop is also tackling period poverty in her homeland.

Photos of new year celebrations in a country with a calendar seven years behind that followed in the West.

Photos of new year celebrations in a country with a calendar seven years behind that followed in the West.

Olympic 200m champion Letsile Tebogo, World Indoor 800m winner Prudence Sekgodiso and 5000m world record holder Beatrice Chebet are among those hoping to make their mark in Tokyo.

Equatorial Guinea fail in an appeal against a decision by world governing body Fifa to impose two 3-0 forfeits for fielding an ineligible player in World Cup qualifying.

This summer has been an unforgettable time for Brighton's new goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who discusses how her recognition will have an impact on African football.

Survivors of the flood tell the BBC they are still in need of government support.

South Africa win a chaotic, rain-affected opening T20 in Cardiff by 14 runs as England fail to chase 69 in five overs.

The UN says the number of obese teenagers has nearly tripled globally in the last two decades.

In a fractious nation, the dam's construction has brought people together despite controversy abroad.

In a fractious nation, the dam's construction has brought people together despite controversy abroad.

Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term.

A funeral ceremony was being held in a village when the night-time assault took place, officials say.

This is the court's first-ever confirmation of charges hearing without the accused present.

Global Sumud Flotilla says a fire was started but Tunisian authorities deny that a drone was involved.